LOREX Technology 600T User Manual

19” LCD / 8 CHANNEL DVR

COMBO WITH 160GB HDD

& 4 CAMERAS

Instruction Manual

English Version 1.0

MODEL:

SG19LD800 Series

www.lorexcctv.com

Series Includes: SG19LD800 Series (NTSC); SG19LD800P Series (PAL); SG19LD804-161; SG19LD804P-161

Thank you for purchasing the 19” LCD / 8 Channel DVR Combo (with 160GB HDD and 4 Cameras). Lorex is committed to providing our customers with a high quality, reliable security product.

The SG19LD804-161 offers a whole new level of security surveillance to the consumer market. Combining the latest word in LCD displays, Digital Video Recording and CCTV Camera design, the system does more than simply provide the sharpest video imaging (under any condition), large capacity video storage and unparalleled ease of system control – it’s also made to provide the longest trouble free service with an array of built-in diagnostics and commercial grade CCTV component design.

To learn more about the 19” LCD / 8 Channel DVR Combo (with 160GB HDD and 4 Cameras), and to learn about our complete range of accessory products, please visit our website at:

http://www.lorexcctv.com

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE

OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

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Guides and Firmware. Additional Language Manuals are also available at:

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Important Safeguards

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture process of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. However, safety is your responsibility too. This sheet lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of the video product and accessory equipment. Please read them carefully before operating and using your video product.

Installation

1. Read and Follow Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the video product is operated. Follow all operating instructions.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the operating instructions.

4. Polarization - Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.

A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.

A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.

The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety.

If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet

5. .Power Sources - This video product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your location, consult your video dealer or local power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

6. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets of extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord, and if its appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation, have it replaced by your service technician.

7. Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the video product.

8. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the case are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video equipment on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the video product manufacturer’s instructions have been followed.

9. Attachments - Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause a hazard.

10. Water and Moisture - Do not use this video product near water. For example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool and the like.

Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark of CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.

11. Accessories - Do not place this video equipment on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, or table. The video equipment may fall, causing serious damage to the video product. Use this video product only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

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Important Safeguards

Service

13. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video equipment yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

14. Conditions Requiring Service - Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions.

A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.

B. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the video product.

C. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.

D. If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation.

E. If the video product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

Use

19. Cleaning - Unplug the video product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

20. Product and Cart Combination - Video and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the video product and car combination to overturn.

21. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects for any kind into this video product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or “short-out” parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product.

22. Lightning - For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power line surges.

F. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance. This indicates a need for service.

15. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, have the service technician verify that the replacements used have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock or other hazards.

16. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product is in safe operating condition.

17. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The cameras provided with this system should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as instructed in this guide, using the provided mounting brackets.

18. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

General Precautions

NOTE

This equipment has been certified and found to comply with the limits regulated by FCC, EMC, and LVD. Therefore, it is designated to provide reasonable protection against interference and will not cause interference with other appliance usage.

However, it is imperative that the user follows this manuals guidelines to avoid improper usage which may result in damage to the unit, electrical shock and fire hazard injury

In order to improve the feature functions and quality of this product, the specifications are subject to change without notice from time to time.

FCC CLASS B NOTICE

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception (which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off), the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna z Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected

z Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for assistance

General Precautions

1. All warnings and instructions of this manual should be followed

2. Remove the plug from the outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid aerosol detergents. Use a water dampened cloth for cleaning

3. Do not use this unit in humid or wet places

4. Keep enough space around the unit for ventilation. Slots and openings in the storage cabinet should not be blocked

5. During lightning storms, or when the unit is not used for a long time, disconnect the power supply, antenna, and cables to protect the unit from electrical surge

LOREX TECHNOLOGY INC.

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SG19LD804-161 LCD/DVR COMBO FEATURES

• Professional A-Grade 19" LCD with ultra fast 8ms refresh rate and wide viewing angle (+/75 degrees vertical and horizontal)

• Pentaplex operation - simultaneously functionality:

z Live Viewing

z Recording

z Playback

z Backup

z Network Controls

• MPEG4 Compression: Small File sizes without comprised video quality

• Installed Seagate SV35 Series HDD: Hard Drives specifically designed for optimal performance in the commercial video security market. The series enables storage of a large amount of digital video data, while providing fast access and review of recorded video. The drives are designed to operate 24/7 for a minimum of 50,000 hours.

• S.M.A.R.T HDD Support (Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology): Auto Detection / Recovery to ensure the HDD is functioning properly, ultimately prevents losing video data

• Browser Based Remote Client: View and control your DVR from any internet connected PC with Internet Explorer (does not require Lorex Client software).

• Universal Camera Inputs: Supports Lorex proprietary 6 PIN DIN or any professional grade camera

• Spot Video Out: Allows the user to connect another monitor to the system and display selected video channels in another location.

• Independent Channel Control: Customize the recording parameters to the surveillance application for each camera on the system. For Example:

z Cam 1 is pointing at a Cash Register - The System allows you to set the parameters for real

time recording at high resolution so all data is captured in Real Time.

z Cam 2 is recording the Front Door - The System allows you to set the parameters to record at a

lower frame rate and at a lower resolution to save Hard Drive space.

• Covert Camera function: The camera is not viewable on the monitor, but the video will still be recorded

• Pre-Event Recording: The system will automatically record a preset amount of time before motion triggers the recording (this feature allows the user to see what events occurred leading up to the event)

• Included: 4 Professional Grade Weather Resistant Color Day/Night IR Cameras

Table of Contents

Getting Started .......................................................................................... 9

SG19LD804-161 - Front Panel .......................................................... 10-13

SG19LD804-161 - Rear Panel ........................................................... 14-15

Remote Control ....................................................................................... 16

MC7520 Cameras ................................................................................... 17

Camera Installation ............................................................................ 18-19

Display Modes ................................................................................... 20-22

PTZ (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) & Focus Controls ................................................... 23

System Power Off ................................................................................... 24

Monitor Shutoff .......................................................................................................................... 24

System Shutoff .......................................................................................................................... 24

Search Mode ........................................................................................... 25

Search By Time ......................................................................................................................... 25

Search By Event........................................................................................................................ 26

Playback and Navigation Controls ............................................................................................. 26

Menu Navigation Controls & Tips ........................................................... 27

System Setup Controls ........................................................................... 28

Main Menu Options ................................................................................. 28

Display Menu ..................................................................................... 29-33

OSD (Onscreen Display) ........................................................................................................... 29

MONITOR .................................................................................................................................. 30

SEQUENCE .............................................................................................................................. 31

SEQUENCE SETUP MODE ...................................................................................................... 32

SPOT-OUT ................................................................................................................................ 33

SCREENSAVER ....................................................................................................................... 33

Camera Menu .................................................................................... 34-36

CAMERA TITLE ........................................................................................................................ 34

COLOR SETUP ......................................................................................................................... 35

PTZ SETUP ............................................................................................................................... 35

PTZ PROPERTIES .................................................................................................................... 36

MOTION SENSOR .................................................................................................................... 36

Sound Menu ............................................................................................ 37

SOUND ...................................................................................................................................... 37

BUZZER .................................................................................................................................... 37

System Menu ..................................................................................... 38-44

DATE/TIME ............................................................................................................................... 38

NETWORK ................................................................................................................................ 39

NETWORK ................................................................................................................................ 40

MAIL SETUP ............................................................................................................................. 40

USER MANAGEMENT .............................................................................................................. 41

SYSTEM MANAGEMENT .................................................................................................... 42-44

CONTROL DEVICE ................................................................................................................... 44

Event / Sensor ................................................................................... 45-48

HDD EVENT .............................................................................................................................. 45

ALARM INPUT .......................................................................................................................... 46

ALARM OUT ......................................................................................................................... 46-47

BUZZER OUT ............................................................................................................................ 47

EMAIL NOTIFICATION .............................................................................................................48

Table of Contents

Disk Management ................................................................................... 49

Recording Menu Controls .................................................................. 50-51

Recording Menu Options ........................................................................................................... 50

Recording Operations ................................................................................................................ 51

Switching Between Simple and Advanced Modes .................................................................... 51

Simple Recording Mode .......................................................................... 52

Advanced Recording Mode ................................................................ 53-56

Continuous / Motion Setup ........................................................................................................ 53

Continuous / Motion Parameter Mode ....................................................................................... 53

Continuous / Motion Schedule Mode ......................................................................................... 54

Alarm Setup Mode ..................................................................................................................... 55

Alarm Parameter Mode ............................................................................................................. 55

Alarm Schedule Mode ............................................................................................................... 56

Archiving ............................................................................................ 57-58

Network Connectivity Overview .............................................................. 59

IP & MAC Address ..................................................................................................................... 60

Finding Your External IP Address ............................................................................................. 60

Setting Up Your DDNS Account ................................................................................................ 61

Router Port Forwarding ............................................................................................................. 63

DDNS SETUP ........................................................................................................................... 64

Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 65

Observation System Specifications - Appendix #1 ............................ 67-69

Display Specifications ................................................................................................................ 67

Audio Specifications .................................................................................................................. 67

Storage Specifications ............................................................................................................... 67

Alarm Specifications .................................................................................................................. 68

Audio Specifications .................................................................................................................. 68

Recording Specifications ........................................................................................................... 68

Network Specifications .............................................................................................................. 69

System Specifications ............................................................................................................... 69

MC7520 Camera Specifications - Appendix #2 ...................................... 70

Lorex Client Software Requirements - Appendix #3 ............................... 71

Connecting a Slave (Spot-Out) Monitor - Appendix #4 ........................... 72

Connecting Motion / Alarm Device - Appendix #5 .................................. 73

Connecting PTZ Cameras - Appendix #6 ............................................... 74

Full Connectivity Diagram - Appendix #7 ................................................ 75

Hard Drive Replacement - Appendix #8 ............................................ 76-77

Using the Storage Calculator - Appendix #9 ...................................... 78-79

Recommended tips when setting up the system- Appendix #10 ....... 80-86

Audio Channels available for Listen-in Audio? - Appendix #11 .............. 87

How do I playback Previously Recorded Data? - Appendix #12 ........ 88-89

How do I set the Auto-Recording to OFF? - Appendix #13 ................ 90-91

Setting up Remote Viewing - Appendix #14 .................................... 92-100

Optional Accessories ............................................................................ 101

Getting Started

The SG19LD804-161 comes with the following components:

Getting Started

LCD & DVR COMBO UNIT WITH INSTALLED 160 GB

HDD

POWER ADAPTER

4 x CAMERAS WITH

STANDS

4 x 100 FT. (30M) EXTENSION

CABLES

REMOTE

CONTROL

CHECK YOUR PACKAGE TO CONFIRM THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE COMPLETE

SYSTEM, INCLUDING ALL COMPONENTS SHOWN ABOVE.

ETHERNET

CABLE

HARDWARE & SOFTWARE

MANUALS & SOFTWARE

SG19LD804-161 - Front Panel

1. REW BUTTON - Reverses the playback of the currently displayed Video

2. FF BUTTON - Fast forwards the playback of the currently displayed Video

3. DISPLAY - Changes the onscreen Camera display:

• Single - Displays a single camera onscreen

• Quad - Displays 4 cameras onscreen

• 6 Camera Display - Displays 6 cameras onscreen. One main camera is displayed in the top left corner, and 5 other cameras frame the bottom and right side.

• 8 Camera Display - Displays 8 cameras onscreen. One main camera is displayed in the top left corner, and 7 other cameras frame the bottom and right side.

• 8 Camera Display(2) - Displays 8 cameras onscreen in a grid pattern.

SINGLE QUAD 6 CAM 8 CAM 8 CAM (2)

SG19LD804-161 - Front Panel

4. PTZ BUTTON - Accesses the PTZ (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) Menu. Refer to page 35 for Pan/Tilt/Zoom options

NOTE: PTZ option will only work with PTZ type cameras (not provided with this unit). Visit the Lorex website at http://www.lorexcctv.com for a full range of Pan/Tilt/Zoom Cameras.

5. SEARCH BUTTON - Opens the Search Menu to view previously recorded data. Refer to page 25 for detailed search options.

6. SYSTEM LEDs - Indicates the system status:

• PWR - Indicates that the system is ON/OFF (RED LED).

• REC - Indicates that the system is currently recording (when the RED LED is ON).

• NET - Indicates that the unit is connected to the Network (when the GREEN LED is ON).

7. USB PORTS (NOT SHOWN) - Provides connection ports for USB Flash Drives (thumbsticks) and USB Hard Drives.

SG19LD804-161 - Front Panel

8. CHANNEL SELECT BUTTONS - Displays individual camera views. Also used to input the

system Password when accessing the Setup Menu.

9. RETURN BUTTON -

• Returns to a previous screen in Menu Mode.

• Exits from Menu Setup (when in the Main Menu screen). Exits from Search and PTZ Modes.

10. PLAYBACK / NAVIGATION CONTROLS -

• Controls the playback of video (Play / Pause / Fast Forward / Rewind), and controls the viewing area in PTZ Viewing Mode.

• Navigates in the Main Menu, Search Menu

11. ENTER BUTTON -

• Accepts Selections in Search Mode, and Accepts Menu Changes and Applies in Menu Mode.

• Displays the System Information when in Channel View

SG19LD804-161 - Front Panel

12. SEQ BUTTON - Used to Sequence between all camera locations in Full Screen mode (in sequential order). To exit Sequence Mode, Press the SEQ button again

13. ZOOM BUTTON - This monitor is equipped with digital ZOOM. To utilize this feature proceed as follows:

• Set the monitor to full screen mode for the desired channel

• Press the ZOOM button. ZOOM mode is now active

• Use the Navigation Buttons [

ÇÈÅÆ ] keys to move the area being captured in ZOOM

MODE.

• To exit ZOOM MODE, press the RETURN button.

14. SETUP BUTTON - Press to access the Main Menu Setup features. Refer to page 28 for a detailed description of Menu Features.

15. POWER SWITCH - Press to turn the system display ON/OFF. Press and Hold the button for 6 seconds to turn the system ON/OFF (the default password is 1234).

16. SPEAKER - Provides sound from the Cameras. Only one camera will be audible at a time through the speakers, however all cameras will continue to record sound.

SG19LD804-161 - Rear Panel

1. 6 PIN DIN CAMERA INPUTS - Channel 1-8 Camera inputs (for cameras with 6 Pin DIN connections). DIN type cameras are provided with the System.

Cameras with 6 Pin DIN connections draw power from the System - additional power adapters are not needed.

2. RCA AUDIO INPUTS - Channel 1-4 Audio inputs (for BNC type cameras with standard RCA Audio output)

3. BNC VIDEO INPUTS - Channel 1-8 camera inputs (used to connect Cameras with BNC connection type). BNC cameras are not provided with the System (Cameras with BNC connections require an additional power adapter).

6 PIN DIN

SG19LD804-161 - Rear Panel

4. SPOT OUT - Video Output port to connect the unit to a secondary DVR or TV

5. AUDIO OUT - Audio Output port to connect the unit to a secondary DVR or TV

6. ALARM FUNCTION TERMINALS (INPUT/OUTPUT) - These terminals are used to connect external alarm devices such as a motion sensor, door/alarm sensor, or time lapse VCR for Alarm Recording. Refer to page 73 for Alarm Block Configuration.

7. PTZ CAMERA TERMINALS - These terminals are used to control PTZ (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) type cameras. Refer to page 74 for PTZ Configuration

8. ETHERNET PORT - Located on the back of the unit, above the Alarm Block terminals. Connects the monitor to a router for connection to the internet. Refer to page 59 for Remote Connection setup.

9. DC INPUT - Located on the back of the unit, above the Alarm Block terminals. Connect the AC power using the power cord provided with the unit from the monitor to an electrical outlet

Remote Control

Listed below is a quick reference for the Remote Control.

POWER BUTTON Turns the system power ON/OFF

REMOTE ID* Configure when using multiple systems.*

RETURN BUTTON Returns to the previous selection in Menu Mode. Exits the Menu Setup when in the Main Menu.

VOLUME +

VOLUME -

DISP BUTTON -

Changes the Screen Mode to Single, Quad, 6 or 8 camera views.

SEARCH BUTTON Enters the Search Menu.

SETUP BUTTON Opens the Main Menu (system setup)

CHANNEL BUTTONS Press to select a specific camera by number

AUDIO SELECT -

Press to select an audio channel. Press the Audio select button, then a channel 1~4.

ENTER BUTTON Applies a configuration change in Menu Mode.

NAVIGATION AND PLAYBACK -

Controls the playback of video. Navigates in MENU and SEARCH mode. Adjusts the zoomed area in ZOOM mode.

SEQUENCE Turns camera Sequence Mode ON/ OFF.

NOTE: All Buttons described above function the same as the Front Panel buttons - see pages 10-13 for detailed information. Buttons without descriptions do not provide functionality to this unit.

* If the REMOTE ID button is set incorrectly, the remote will not function. To reset the Remote ID (when using only one system), Press the button, and then select the number 1. Press ENTER to reset.

ZOOM Zooms in on the current image

MC7520 Cameras

The System includes 4 CCD Color IR Day/Night Indoor/Outdoor Cameras*

INFRA-RED LEDs Provides illumination for low light conditions

CAMERA LENS

MICROPHONE -

Picks up sound near the camera and transmits to the System (located on the rear of the camera).

MC7520 Cameras

STAND -

Stand connects to the Camera for mounting to walls, ceilings and other surfaces

INPUT CABLE -

Connects Video / Audio / Power from the System

* Picture changes from Color to B&W under low light conditions.

Camera Installation

Before you install the camera, carefully plan where and how you will position the camera, and where you will route the cable that connects the camera to the System.

Installation Warnings:

• Select a location for the camera that provides a clear view of the area you want to monitor, which is free from dust, and is not in line-of-sight to a strong light source or direct sunlight.

• Plan the cables’ route so that it is not close to power or telephone lines, transformers, microwave ovens or other electrical equipment that could interfere with the system.

• Select a location for the camera that has an ambient temperature between 14 (-10°C~45°C)

• If you plan to install the camera in a location that has conditions not recommended in this manual, consult with a professional installer and consider use of a separate camera cover or housing

• Before starting permanent installation, have another person hold the camera for you while you verify its performance by observing the image on the monitor.

°F~113°F

Camera Stand Installation:

1. Attach the pedestal to the ceiling, wall or other surface by the base using the provided screws.

2. The mounting bracket must be attached to a structural device such as a wall stud or ceiling rafter using the supplied screws.

3. Attach the camera to the pedestal. Adjust the angle of the camera, and tighten the thumbscrew to set the position

NOTE: The Camera can be attached to the stand using the screw point on the top or the bottom (to maintain proper camera alignment). This prevents the image from becoming inverted.

Connecting Cameras

1. Connect the female end of the supplied 100’ extension’ cable to the camera.

Camera Installation

NOTE: Confirm that the arrows on the DIN Camera Cable and the DIN Extension cable are pointed together when connecting the cable. If the pins in the DIN Cable are bent, the Camera will NOT function.

2. Connect the male end of the supplied 100’ extension cable to an open DIN camera input on the back of the System. Continue connecting additional DIN cameras.

NOTE: The arrow on the DIN Camera should be facing up when connecting the DIN Extension Cable to the Observation System.

Display Modes

Initial Loading Sequence

• Press the POWER button located on the front panel of the Observation System to start the unit.

• The System will perform a Hard Drive check

NOTE: This unit includes a 160GB Hard Drive.

• The unit will initially load to a split screen view, displaying all 8 cameras (if available).

NOTE: If a new HARD DRIVE is detected, the system will prompt you to FORMAT the drive. If you do not choose to format the HARD DRIVE, the drive will not be detected by the system.

If you choose to FORMAT a drive in this way, the drive will no longer be readable by a regular PC without using the HARD DRIVE VIEWER software included on the CD provided with this unit.

Individual Camera Display

Each channel displays the Camera Name and Recording Status:

: Record

: Pre Record

C: Continuous

M: Motion

A: Alarm

Network Connectivity Indicator

The Network Indicators appear when a remote connection is made to the unit via the Remote Agent software, or through the Internet Explorer Web Client:

• Green: Indicates that the network connection is stable.

• Blue: Indicates that the network connection is experiencing difficulties.

• Red: Indicates that the network is unstable.

Network Indicators

Display Modes

Cameras can be displayed in several different modes by pressing the Display Button on the front panel of the system, or by pressing the SCR Button on the Remote Control:

Single Channel Quad (4) Channel 6 Channel

8 Channel 8 Channel (Grid)

Display Modes

Zoom Mode

• Displays the Camera in ZOOM Mode.

• Use the Arrow keys to adjust the Zoom location.

• Press the Return key to exit ZOOM Mode.

Covert Camera Mode

• Displays the Camera in Covert Mode.

• The Camera is not displayed - an empty blue screen is displayed instead of the Video.

• Covert cameras are configured from the Menu. See Page 34.

Camera Volume Display Mode

• Displays the Camera currently sending Audio.

• The Camera Volume can be controlled using the up and down arrows.

Camera with Audio Volume Adjust

PTZ (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) & Focus Controls

The PTZ / Focus Menus will only work with PTZ type cameras (not included):

PTZ Control Screen Focus Control Screen

Press the PTZ Button on the front panel of the system, or on the Remote Control to

Press the PTZ Button a second time to access the Focus Control Screen:

access the PTZ Control Screen:

• The onscreen icons represent buttons

• The onscreen icons represent buttons on the front panel and remote control (up/down/left/right). The Camera can be adjusted using these buttons

on the front panel and remote control (up/down/left/right). The Camera can be adjusted using these buttons

z F: Indicates FOCUS z I: Indicates IRIS

• Press the Return Button to exit PTZ Mode.

NOTE: Make sure that the PTZ Settings are configured in the Menu before attempting to use any of the PTZ Menu Functionality.

System Power Off

Monitor Display Shutoff

• Press the Power Button on the front panel or remote control for one second to turn off the monitor only.

• The System will continue to record while the monitor is off.

• The LED indicators on the front of the System will remain ON.

• The monitor shutoff can be automatically set using the Screen Saver settings in the System Menu (refer to page 33).

System Shutdown Prompt

System Shutoff

• Press and hold the Power Button on the front panel or remote control for six seconds to turn off the System.

• Only the ADMIN can turn the unit ON/ OFF.

• The System will NOT continue to record while the unit is off.

• The LED indicators on the front of the System will be OFF.

NOTE: There are 3 available system permission levels:

• Admin: Configured into the System by default.

• Manager: Permission level when adding a new user to the System provides Access to Search and view live video (remote)

• User: Permission level when adding a new user to the System - provides the ability to view live video only (remote).

Search Mode

Search mode allows you to locate previously recorded video by Date and Time, or by Event Type.

• Press the Search Button on the front panel or Remote Control

• Enter the User Name and Password (if required).

• Use the Left / Right arrows on the Front Panel or Remote Control to switch between the Search By Time and Search By Event screens.

Search By Time

Searches the system based on date and time.

• Press the Enter button to access the Calendar (on the left side of the screen)

• Navigate within the calendar using the Arrow Keys on the front panel or remote control.

• Once the date has been located, press the Enter button to accept the date, and to access the Time Search (on the right side of the screen).

• Press and Hold the arrow keys to select the Time (increments of 1 minute). Pressing the button without holding will increment 15 minutes.

• Press the Enter button to start the playback. Press the Return button to stop playback and return to the Search By Time screen.

The Date and Time will be displayed at the bottom of the screen. A playback icon will appear indicating that the unit is in Playback mode.

Any days highlighted with GREEN indicate that there is recorded video data.

NOTE: The unit will continue to record data while in Playback Mode.

Search Mode

Search By Event

Searches the system based on Event Type (Alarm, Motion, Continuous or System).

• Press the right arrow button on the front panel or remote control to access the Search By Event screen.

• Select From and To dates, Events (Alarm, Continuous, Motion and Other) and Cameras

• Navigate within the options using the Arrow Keys on the front panel or remote control. Press the Enter button to select or deselect options (Note: Multiple event types can be selected).

• Navigate to the Start button at the bottom of the screen and press the Enter button. A listing of events will be displayed.

• Navigate to an event, and press the Enter button to start the playback. Press the Return button to stop the playback.and return to the Event Search screen.

Playback and Navigation Controls

Navigation Controls - Move Up/Down/Left/Right

Play Button - Normal Speed Playback

Reverse Playback Button - Normal Speed Reverse Playback

Pause Button - Pause the onscreen Playback. The Fast Forward and Reverse playback buttons can be used while the video is paused to move to the Next / Previous frame.

Fast Forward Button - Fast Forward the current video (2~64 Speed)

Rewind Button - Reverse playback of the current video (2~64 Speed)

Enter Button - Used to set options ON/OFF, and to start playback

Return Button - Used to stop playback, and exit menus and search mode.

Menu Navigation Controls & Tips

Menu Navigation Controls

Navigation Controls - Move Up/Down/Left/Right.

Enter Button - Press this button to select and change the values in a menu option.

Return Button - Complete modifications of a menu option; exit a menu

Virtual Keyboard Control

The Virtual Keyboard control becomes available when keyboard input is needed for entering information such as Names, Network Information, etc.

Menu Navigation Controls & Tips

• Includes a~z, A~Z, 0~9 and Symbols.@#$%^&*()

• Navigate using the arrow keys on the Front Panel or Remote Control.

• Use the ENTER key to choose the letters, numbers and symbols.

• Select the APPLY button once the setup is completed.

Active Option Indicator

Orange Highlight - Indicates that the

option is in active editing mode.

Green Highlight - Indicates that the option is available for editing. Once the option is highlighted, press the ENTER key to edit the option (highlights changes to Orange).

Click to View Uppercase and Symbols

NOTE: Once changes have been made, select the APPLY button at the bottom of the screen, and press the ENTER button on the front panel or remote control. Changes will be saved at this time - exiting the menu without applying the changes will result in the changes being lost.

System Setup Controls

• Enter the MENU screen by pressing the MENU button. Enter the password (if required), and select the SYSTEM SETUP option.

• Scroll through the 6 options by pressing the UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT buttons on the Front Panel or Remote Control.

• To enter a sub-menu, navigate to the option and press the ENTER button. To exit a SUBMENU, press the RETURN button.

• To exit the MAIN MENU, press the RETURN button.

DISPLAY - Setup of display options. CAMERA - Setup for individual Cameras. SOUND - Sound settings for the System. SYSTEM - System and Network settings. EVENT/SENSOR - Alarm and Event setup. DISK MANAGEMENT - Hard drive options.

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ENTER

RETURN

: Scroll UP/DOWN/LEFT/

RIGHT within a menu option

: Press this button to select and

change the values in a menu option

: Complete modifications of a

menu option; exit a menu

Display Menu

The Display Menu controls:

OSD - Onscreen display settings control the camera titles, event indicators, and general screen settings.

MONITOR - Display settings for Alarm and Events

SEQUENCE - Controls for the display of video images in Sequence Mode

SPOT-OUT - Sends camera video to a secondary monitor (by individual camera based on Menu Settings) through the SPOT-OUT Port.

SCREENSAVER - Configuration for the system screensaver

Display Menu

OSD (Onscreen Display)

• Status Bar - Turns the status bar ON/ OFF. The status bar displays:

z Recording State (Recording: Red,

Pre-recording: Green)

z Network Indicators z Time and Date z % HDD Free z Refer to Recording Settings on page 50).

• Camera Title - Turns the display of the Camera Titles ON/OFF.

• Event Icon - Turns the Event Icon display ON/OFF.

• Border - Turns the separation border ON/OFF when the display is in Quad Display Mode.

• Border Color - Sets the Border Color: White, Blue, Red, Yellow, Green or Gray.

• Menu Transparency - Sets the Menu Transparency between 0 (no transparency) to 100 (full transparency).

Display Menu

OSD (Onscreen Display)

• Motion Sensor Display - Turns the display of the Motion Sensor to:

z - Active: Display motion sensor of motion

detection area.

z - Inactive: Display motion sensor except

motion detection area.

z - Off: No display of motion sensor.

• Motion Sensor Color - Sets the motion sensor color. When Motion is detected on a channel, the moving parts of the image will be highlighted with colored squares (i.e. Blue Squares).

• Motion Transparency - Setup motion transparency. This sets the transparency of the Motion Sensor blocks from 0~5.

MONITOR

• Sequence Dwell - Sets the cycle time when the system is in Sequence Mode (between 1~60 seconds).

• Spot-Out Dwell -The length of time to display a camera in Spot-out mode.

• De-Interlace Mode - Removes the screen spread when set to ON

• Alarm Pop-Up Mode - Set to ON/OFF. Switches the screen display to any channel when an Alarm is detected.

• Alarm Pop-Up Dwell - Determines the length of time that a channel is displayed when an Alarm is detected (between 1~60 seconds).

• Motion Pop-Up Mode - Set to ON/OFF. Switches the screen display to any channel when Motion is detected.

• Motion Pop-Up Dwell - Determines the length of time that a channel is displayed when Motion is detected (between 1~60 seconds).

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